• analyze text as evidenced by defining new vocabulary, reading, discussing and annotating in a think-write-pair-share.
• analyze new vocabulary as evidenced by discussion, practice exercises, and taking a quiz.

1. None.

1. Due Wed 10/22: from Poor Richard's Almanac Annotations and Interpretation Questions 1-3
2. Due Wed 10/22: Book for Reading Circle
3. Due Fri 10/24: Phob- Flashcards

• What are the philosophical assumptions of rationalists and how did they influence texts?

Important Deadlines/Reminders:

• Absent? Check the class website for work.

1. Learning Logs- Update daily with learning targets, homework, and essential questions, and reminders. (3 min)
2. Quick Write- Complete on back of learning log!
   • Sometimes today's world seems to overflow with people who want to give us advice, such as talk shows, self-help books, newspaper columns and celebrities. Dispensing wisdom and one's own experience has become an industry in America.
     • Prompt: Why do you think people flock to advice givers? What three pieces of advice would you give to freshmen? (5 min)
     • (Teacher will call on students to review responses.)
3. from Poor Richard's Almanac by Ben Franklin
   1. Pre-Read and annotate "Before You Read" p.73, circle key terms and underline explanations or definitions.
   2. Annotate: Read the aphorisms with a partner and paraphrase each one in the margins to describe its meaning
      • Example: Aphorism #1 means to be kind to your neighbor, but don't be too cozy or nosy.
   3. Answer Interpretation questions 1-3 from Poor Richard's Almanac on binder paper and in complete sentences.